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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Knee

ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Knee

M25.562

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for pain in left knee includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Left Knee Pain
Knee Pain, Left
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Knee

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Pain in Left Knee

Use ICD-10 code M25.562 for pain in left knee, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in left knee

Billable Code
M25.562
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient reports pain localized to the left knee without a specific diagnosis.
coding:
  • • No imaging or lab results confirming a more specific condition.
documentation:
  • • Detailed documentation of pain characteristics and physical exam findings.

Applicable To

  • • Isolated left knee pain without definitive diagnosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is specified and avoid using this code if a more specific diagnosis is available.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M25.462

Effusion of joint, left knee

Use if there is documented swelling or effusion in the knee.

R29.3

Abnormal gait

Use if the patient exhibits an abnormal gait due to knee pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code M25.562?

ICD-10 code M25.562 is used for documenting pain in the left knee when no specific diagnosis is confirmed.

When should M25.562 be used?

Use M25.562 for left knee pain when no other specific diagnosis is confirmed through imaging or tests.

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